Step 1: Ingredients and Cookware

1 jalapeno - might be too hot for some! Caution! 1 habenaro - you can obviously choose to use othe or less pepper here. 1 sarono - I like to use different peppers to get a complex flavor profile and a varience in heat.

2 tsp vingar salt and pepper to taste Cilantro (coriander)

Kitchenware:

food processor knife juicer skillet

Step 2: Prep and Cut

Throughly wash veggies, cut into managable pieces. Careful with the pepper, it will burn your eyes if it contact your skin and you rub your eyes!

Step 3: Optional - Roast Peppers and Tomatoes

This salsa will taste great roasting or fresh. Roasting will bring out some different, and sweet flavors, I suggest trying both ways. If you decide to roast, use a medium skillet on a medium heat until brown, but not mushy! Roasting also tames the spice when you cook the chile.

Step 4: Spin Up That Food Processor!

Add all ingredients except the tomatoes, run the processor for about 30 seconds. Then add the tomatoes and run until everything is chopped finely.

Step 5: Complete!

Pour and enjoy with your favorite chips! After it sits, sealed in the refrigerator for about a day the heat and flavor really start to develop. So keep that in mind!

Step 6: Bonus - Dinner Idea

Here is a simple and delicious idea to try. Pour this salsa in a crock pot, add 2 chicken breasts and let cook for 4 hours. Shred chicken and put into tacos. Add any topping you like.

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Ok so im an American Latino and i have to admit that i really enjoy green salsa but i never knew how to make it... Just recently found out about instructables and saw your Salsa Verde... Im gonna try to make it today. .. I will let you lnow

Yum! i'm a recent convert to salsa verde after having it on tacos from the local taco truck. Now i try it on all kinds of things. One question, though: tomatillos aren't just green tomatoes, are they? i plan on planting some this summer is why I ask.

I guess he missed your question but no, they are not just green tomatoes, they have very different flavor and are a different variety than a regular tomato but do belong in the same family I think. They originated in Mexico. They are considered a night shade. I hope that helps.